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The Jalapeno is variously named in Mexico as huachinango and chile gordo. The cuaresmeno closely resembles the Jalapeno. The seeds of a cuaresmeno have the heat of a Jalapeno, but the flesh has a mild flavor close to a green bell pepper.
As of 1999, 5,500 acres (22 km2) in the United States were dedicated to the cultivation of Jalapeno s. Most Jalapeno s are produced in southern New Mexico and western Texas.
Jalapeno s are a pod type of Capsicum. The growing period is 70–80 days. When mature, the plant stands two and a half to three feet tall. Typically a plant produces twenty-five to thirty-five pods. During a growing period, a plant will be picked multiple times. As the growing season ends, Jalapeno s start to turn red.
Once picked, individual peppers ripen to red of their own accord. The peppers can be eaten green or red.
Jalapenos have 2,500 - 8,000 Scoville heat units. Compared to other chillies, the Jalapeno has a heat level that varies from mild to hot depending on cultivation and preparation. The heat, caused by capsaicin and related compounds, is concentrated in the veins (placenta) surrounding the seeds, which are called picante. Handling fresh Jalapeno s may cause skin irritation. Some handlers wear latex or vinyl gloves while cutting, skinning, or seeding Jalapeno s. When preparing Jalapeno s, hands should not come in contact with the eyes as this leads to burning and redness.
Jalapeno is of Nahuatl and Spanish origin. The Spanish suffix -eno signifies that the noun originates in the place modified by the suffix, similar to the English - (i) an. The Jalapeno is named after the Mexican town of Xalapa (also spelled Jalapa). Xalapa is itself of Nahuatl derivation, formed from roots xal-li "sand" and a-pan "water place."
A Jalapeno plant with pods. The purple strips on the stem are anthocyanin, due to the growth under blue-green spectrum fluorescent lighting.
Five Jalapeno peppers.
- A chipotle is a smoked, ripe Jalapeno.
- Jalapeno jelly can be prepared using jellying methods.
- Jalapeno peppers are often muddled and served in mixed drinks.
- Texas Toothpicks are Jalapeno s and onions shaved into straws, lightly breaded, and deep fried.
- Jalapeno Poppers, also called Armadillo eggs, are an appetizer; Jalapeno s are stuffed with cheese, usually cheddar or cream cheese, breaded and deep fried.
Botanical Name: Piper nigrum
Plant Family: Piperaceae
Country of Origin: India
Plant Part: White Peppercorns
Growth Method: Wild Harvest
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Color: Clear
Consistency: Thin
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Pepper is a perennial vine of the Piperaceae family indigenous to the Malbar coast of India. It is now cultivated in most tropical parts of the world. Pepper bears clusters of small flowers and small spherical fruits that turn red when they ripen. The berry-like fruits eventually become the peppercorns, and each one bears a single seed. The hot spice of White Pepper is made from its berries. It is the fully mature fruits from which the soft, fleshy outer layers had been ground off before drying.
The berries of the pepper plant are called peppercorns and these plants are native to southern Asia. This plant was the main spice the European explorers were looking for when they discovered the New World. It still accounts for one fourth of the spice trade in the world.
Did you know that white and black pepper come from the same plant? The white variety is allowed to fully ripen on the vine, as opposed to the black peppercorns, which is why it costs a bit more. The skins are peeled off and the inside of the peppercorn is white. White peppercorns have an earthy flavor whereas black peppercorns simply give heat to a dish.
The white ones are popular in Mexican, Indian, and Asian dishes, perhaps because a lot of these recipes are spicy and earthy already and the white pepper complements the overall flavor of the dish. If you want to use white pepper, it is best to buy whole peppercorns because the flavor is longer lasting. Peppercorns start to lose their potency when you grind them, which is why freshly ground pepper is usually recommended.
Black Pepper Oleoresin
Botanical: Piper nigrum
Family: N.O. Piperaceae
Hindi Name: Gol Mirch
General Description: The best Pepper of commerce comes from Malabar. Pepper is mentioned by Roman writers in the fifth century. The plant can attain a height of 20 or more feet, but for commercial purposes it is restricted to 12 feet. The plant is propagated by cuttings and grown at the base of trees with a rough, prickly bark to support them. Between three or four years after planting they commence fruiting and their productiveness ends about the fifteenth year. The berries are collected as soon as they turn red and before they are quite ripe; they are then dried in the sun.
Geographical Sources: Black pepper is native to Malabar, a region in the Western Coast of South India; part of the union state Kerala. It is also grown in Malaysia and Indonesia since about that time when it was found in the Malabar Coast. In the last decades of the 20th century, pepper production increased dramatically as new plantations were founded in Thailand, Vietnam, China and Sri Lanka. The most important producers are India and Indonesia, which together account for about 50% of the whole production volume
History/Region of Origin: In South India wild, and in Cochin-China; also cultivated in East and West Indies, Malay Peninsula, Malay Archipelago, Siam, Malabar, etc.
Varieties -> in trade, the pepper grades are identified by their origin. In India -> The most important Indian grades are Malabar and Tellicherry (Thalassery). The Malabar grade is regular black pepper with a slightly greenish hue, while Tellicherry is a special product. Both Indian black peppers, but especially the Telicherry grade, are very aromatic and pungent. In the past, Malabar pepper was also traded under names like Goa or Aleppi. Cochin is the pepper trade center in India.
In South East Asia, the most reputated proveniences for black pepper are Sarawak in Malaysia and Lampong from Sumatra/Indonesia. Both produce small-fruited black pepper that takes on a greyish colour during storage; both have a less-developed aroma, but Lampong pepper is pretty hot. Sarawak pepper is mild and often described fruity.
Description: Oleoresin Black Pepper is the natural extract of dried tender berries of Piper Nigrum Linn of family Piperaceae.
Manufacturing Process: It is obtained by the solvent extraction of Black Pepper and the solvent traces are removed by distilling it in vacua at controlled temperature.
Physical Appearance: It is a yellowish brown viscous liquid with pungent slightly biting aroma of Black Pepper.
Nutmeg
Myristica fragrans
Fam: Myristicaceae
The nutmeg tree is a large evergreen native to the Moluccas (the Spice Islands) and is now cultivated in the West Indies. It produces two spices — mace and nutmeg. Nutmeg is the seed kernel inside the fruit and mace is the lacy covering (aril) on the kernel.
The Arabs were the exclusive importers of the spice to Europe up until 1512, when Vasco de Gama reached the Moloccas and claimed the islands for Portugal. To preserve their new monopoly, the Portuguese (and from 1602, the Dutch) restricted the trees to the islands of Banda and Amboina. The Dutch were especially cautious, since the part of the fruit used as a spice is also the seed, so that anyone with the spice could propagate it. To protect against this, the Dutch bathed the seeds in lime, which would prevent them from growing. This plan was thwarted however, by fruit pigeons who carried the fruit to other islands, before it was harvested, scattering the seeds. The Dutch sent out search and destroy crews to control the spread and when there was an abundant harvest, they even burned nutmeg to keep its supply under control. Despite these precautions, the French, led by Pierre Poivre (Peter Piper) smuggled nutmeg seeds and clove seedlings to start a plantation on the island of Mauritius, off the east coast of Africa, near Madagascar. In 1796 the British took over the Moloccas and spread the cultivation to other East Indian islands and then to the Caribbean. Nutmeg was so successful in Grenada it now calls itself the Nutmeg Island, designing its flag in the green, yellow and red colours of nutmeg and including a graphic image of nutmeg in one corner.
Spice Description
The nutmeg seed is encased in a mottled yellow, edible fruit, the approximate size and shape of a small peach. The fruit splits in half to reveal a net-like, bright red covering over the seed. This is the aril which is collected, dried and sold as mace. Under the aril is a dark shiny nut-like pit, and inside that is the oval shaped seed which is the nutmeg. Nutmegs are usually sold without the mace or hard shell. They are oval, about 25 mm (1 in) in length, lightly wrinkled and dark brown on the outside, lighter brown on the inside. Nutmeg is sold whole or ground, and is labeled as ‘East Indian’ or ‘West Indian’ indicating its source. Whole nutmeg may be coated with lime to protect against insects and fungus, though this practice is giving way to other forms of fumigation.
Bouquet:sweet, aromatic and nutty
Flavour : Nutty , warm and slightly sweet
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Shubhlaxmi Industries have adapted the best methods in the manufacturing blended red chilli powder. The packet of goodness reaches not only India but across the world. India own harvesting product; Red Chilli powder is packed keeping its purity and richness intact.
Red Chilli powder is commonly known as "lal mirch powder" and it is one of the key ingredients in the preparation of Indian cuisines. It is one of the main members of spice catalogue because Indians dishes are said to be incomplete without the flavor of Red chilli powder.
The authentic Indian cuisines are incomplete without the touch of Red Chilli Powder in them. When you have one of the finest handpicked and selected whole chillies that are grounded with traditional methods and modern techniques, it will just come as one of the most aromatic, pungent smelling and really HOT blended Red Chilli Powder. Red Chilli powder is a dominating amongst many Indian spices. If the food is tempered with red chillies powder, its aroma can spread far off. It gives an appealing red color to delicacies with mouthwatering flavor and irresistible aroma.
Specification
Dried Red Chili Powder variety Hs Code : 09042211
Type sannam S4 s17 Teja byadgi kashmiri
Color In Asta 35 (min) 75 (min) 90 (min) 60-90
Taste mild hot mild mild - Hot
Shu Level 15000 Shu 75000 Shu 8000 Shu 10000 Max
Moisture 6-8% 6-8% 6-8% 6-8%
Mesh Size 20-60mm 20-60mm 20-60mm 20-60mm
Total Ash 9.5% Max 9.5% Max 9.5% Max 9.5% Max
Para Red, Rhodamin B, Butter Yellow absent absent absent absent
Orange 2, Orange B & G absent absent absent absent
Sudan 1,2,3,4 absent absent absent absent
Aflatoxin Range ; 5-30 Ppb 5-30 Ppb 5-30 Ppb 5-30 Ppb
Quality Assurance ; Sgs, Geo-chem, Spice Board
Loading Capacity : 18mt In 20'fcl & 26mt In 40'fcl
Packing : 10/25/50 Kg. New Multi Wall Paper Bag
EcoTexTM-SL20 - PVA FREE ONE-SHOT PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION New generation eco-friendly one-shot product for a high-speed shuttleless loom. It is mainly used for 6 to 203 cotton yarns sizing. This product is entirely biodegradable and ecological.
Products are made from grafted starch, anionic polymers, and synthetic fatty matters. It contains a maximum of 13% moisture and an optimized viscosity level. Easily disperse in cold water with little swelling property due to high binding property. Having high penetration power and plasticizing power for heavy construction fabrics weaving.
SPECIFICATIONS
1.Appearance - Off white powder
2.pH value of 5% solution - 6 to 8
3.Solubility - Partially soluble in cold water
4.Viscosity of size mix - 5 to 6 sec (SITRA -6mm cup)
5.Total Moisture - Max 13%
6.Bulk density - 0.5 to 0.6 g/ml
7.Total ash - Max4%
COOKING METHOD
1. Fill the required quantity of water in the cooker.
2. Gradually add EcoTexTM-SL20 and mix for 2 min.
3. Add other ingredients and mix for 2 min.
4. Close the pressure cooker lid.
5. Open the steam value and cook to @ 120�? �ºC or 35psi.
6. Retain in the cooker for 15 to 20 minutes.
7. Then transfer the size mix to storage.
PROPERTIES
1. Moisture regain:
The formation of thin flexible film absorbs water molecules from atmospheric air that maintains the required moisture content of the sized yarn. This property improves the weaving efficiency by reducing the warp stops.
2. Film property:
The very thin strong film gives the inter fibre penetration that improves yarn tensile strength. Optimum elongation and flexible property significantly reduce warp break by overcoming the applied tension during weaving.
3. Abrasion resistance:
A strong film withstands the mechanical friction between yarn to yarn and yarn to machine parts like reed, dropper pin, heald wire, and weft picking element.
DE-SIZING
Easily de-sizable product with hot alkali treatment.
STORAGE
Keep away from direct sunlight and store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.
STABILITY
Stable for one year from the date of manufacture.
PACKING
Available in 50Kg net weight PP bags with moisture-proof liner inside.
Shubhlaxmi Industries is manufacturing & exporting of India's own harvesting product- the best quality of Black Pepper powder. Invite the wellness pack.
Black pepper powder is known widely today globally for its pungency, distinct aroma and as a HEAT ingredient.
It's a noble Indian spice with excellent taste, relishing flavor, superb aroma and health benefits. Black pepper powder is used in cooking and garnishing in cuisines around the world. When it is added over a pizza, it gives a unique hot flavor thatâ??s totally finger licking good. Freshly cut fruits and vegetables tastes amazing when topped up with salt and Black Pepper.
In today's era, people are health conscious and they have known the health benefits of black pepper powder. It is a common sprinkler of salads and fruit dishes. It's addition enhances rich flavor to food keeping its nutritional value intact.
It has been known to prevent cancer, stimulate digestion, relieve from cough and cold and many others.
Specification
TYPE : REGULAR/ORGANIC/STEAM STERLIZED
HS Code : 09041190
Moisture : 12%max
Ash : 1%
Mesh Size : 20-60mm
Salmonella : Absent/25gms
Flovour : Aromatic With A Penetrating Flavor
Quality Assurance : Sgs, Geo-chem, Spice Board
Loading Capacity ; 15mt In 20'fcl & 25mt In 40'fcl
Packing ; 10/25/50 Kg. New Multi Wall Paper Bag
Shubhlaxmi Industries is a manufacturer and exporter of fresh Indian red chilli flakes of best quality. They are packed in tamper proof container so that the freshness is totally sealed.
Its also known as "PAPRIKA", ITS prepared from mild red chili pepper, its flavor ranges from Hot to Mild, Paprika is equally valued for its taste and its bright red colour, derived from capsanthin.
Dry Chilli flakes is a condiment consisting of dried and crushed chilli peppers. Nowadays it shares table space along with salt and pepper in many hotels and restaurants, as to enhance visual apperence of dish as well. Chilli flakes is a must ingredient in Mexican and Italian cuisines. When food is topped up with chilli flakes, the food taste is elevated to just another level. It has become a convenient choice to add heat to flavor up your pizza or curry with Indian Red Chilli Flakes.
Specification
Kind : Teja Chili/s4 Sannam/273 Wrinkle
Hs Code : 09042219
Color Value : 35-100 Max Asta
Mesh Size : 2mm To 6mm
Shu Level : 9000-75000
Seeds % : 5-30% Max
Moisture : 10-12%max
Aflatoxin : 5-30ppb Max
Quality Assurance : Sgs, Geo-chem, Spice Board
Loading Capacity ; 16mt In 20'fcl & 25mt In 40'fcl
Packing : 25/50 Kg. New Multi Wall Paper Bag
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Intel
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16GB
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Integrated Card
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512GB
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14.1"
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16:9
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1920x1080
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Other
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SSD
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Ultrathin Portable
Hot sale with
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3*USB3.0
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Unlocked
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HP Probook 840 G5
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Intel Core i5 8th
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AMD Radeon RX 540
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1366*768(14.1'')
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Dedicated Card
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Windows10
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3-cell lithium battery
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Silver
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326-234*17.9mm
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1.48kg
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8G+256GB
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2xUSB, USB Type-C hdmi Headphone/Microphone 2 in 1 RJ45 SIM card slot Expansion dock interface
Kaffir lime leaves are small to medium in size and oblong in shape, averaging 3-5 centimeters in diameter and 8-12 centimeters in length. The top of the thick leaves is glossy and deep green, while the underside of the leaves is porous and a pale, matte green. Kaffir lime leaves grow in pairs and grow in a double leaf formation, which means two leaves grow on either side of the stem and appear to mirror each other. There is a prominent central midrib or vein and the tips of the leaves can be slightly rounded or very pointed. Kaffir lime leaves have a strong citrus taste and aroma that is said to be a blend of mandarin orange, lemon, and lime.
PRODUCT INFO
Kaffir lime leaves, botanically classified as Citrus hystrix, grow on a thorny bush that can grow to be 1-10 meters in height and belong to the Rutaceae, or citrus family along with oranges, lemons, pomelos, and grapefruit. The kaffir lime plant is valued for its fragrant leaves and its fruit's peel and is popularly used in culinary and medicinal applications in Southeast Asia. Also known as the Kieffer lime, Bai Magrood, Thai lime, Limau Puru, and Makrut limes, Kaffir limes have been given new names in various cultures to respect and avoid the use of derogatory words. In South Africa, kaffir is an offensive slang word used in racist connotations, so many retailers have taken to calling the fruit by its scientific name, while others prefer the Thai word for the fruit, Makrut lime.
USES
Kaffir lime leaves can be used in both raw and cooked preparations such as boiling, steaming. They can be used fresh, dried, or from a frozen state and the thick leaves are never consumed whole, but rather steeped and later removed, or sliced very thinly. Kaffir lime leaves can be sliced and used in salads or shredded and used in fish cakes. They are also widely used in soups such as tom yum and hot and sour shrimp, curries, fried rice, pastes, and stir-fries. Their herbal citrus flavor can be used to infuse desserts such as custard and ice cream. Kaffir lime leaves pair well with lemongrass, basil, cardamom, curry leaves, mint, tamarind, turmeric, cumin, galangal, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, jasmine rice, meats such as lamb, chicken and pork, mussels, and coconut milk. They will keep up to two weeks when stored fresh in the refrigerator and up to one year when stored in a sealed container in the freezer.
Season
Kaffir lime leaves are available year-round.
Kaffir lime leaves are small to medium in size and oblong in shape, averaging 3-5 centimeters in diameter and 8-12 centimeters in length. The top of the thick leaves is glossy and deep green, while the underside of the leaves is porous and a pale, matte green. Kaffir lime leaves grow in pairs and grow in a double leaf formation, which means two leaves grow on either side of the stem and appear to mirror each other. There is a prominent central midrib or vein and the tips of the leaves can be slightly rounded or very pointed. Kaffir lime leaves have a strong citrus taste and aroma that is said to be a blend of mandarin orange, lemon, and lime.
PRODUCT INFO
Kaffir lime leaves, botanically classified as Citrus hystrix, grow on a thorny bush that can grow to be 1-10 meters in height and belong to the Rutaceae, or citrus family along with oranges, lemons, pomelos, and grapefruit. The kaffir lime plant is valued for its fragrant leaves and its fruit's peel and is popularly used in culinary and medicinal applications in Southeast Asia. Also known as the Kieffer lime, Bai Magrood, Thai lime, Limau Puru, and Makrut limes, Kaffir limes have been given new names in various cultures to respect and avoid the use of derogatory words. In South Africa, kaffir is an offensive slang word used in racist connotations, so many retailers have taken to calling the fruit by its scientific name, while others prefer the Thai word for the fruit, Makrut lime.
Kaffir lime leaves are small to medium in size and oblong in shape, averaging 3-5 centimeters in diameter and 8-12 centimeters in length. The top of the thick leaves is glossy and deep green, while the underside of the leaves is porous and a pale, matte green. Kaffir lime leaves grow in pairs and grow in a double leaf formation, which means two leaves grow on either side of the stem and appear to mirror each other. There is a prominent central midrib or vein and the tips of the leaves can be slightly rounded or very pointed. Kaffir lime leaves have a strong citrus taste and aroma that is said to be a blend of mandarin orange, lemon, and lime.
PRODUCT INFO
Kaffir lime leaves, botanically classified as Citrus hystrix, grow on a thorny bush that can grow to be 1-10 meters in height and belong to the Rutaceae, or citrus family along with oranges, lemons, pomelos, and grapefruit. The kaffir lime plant is valued for its fragrant leaves and its fruit's peel and is popularly used in culinary and medicinal applications in Southeast Asia. Also known as the Kieffer lime, Bai Magrood, Thai lime, Limau Puru, and Makrut limes, Kaffir limes have been given new names in various cultures to respect and avoid the use of derogatory words. In South Africa, kaffir is an offensive slang word used in racist connotations, so many retailers have taken to calling the fruit by its scientific name, while others prefer the Thai word for the fruit, Makrut lime.
USES
Kaffir lime leaves can be used in both raw and cooked preparations such as boiling, steaming. They can be used fresh, dried, or from a frozen state and the thick leaves are never consumed whole, but rather steeped and later removed, or sliced very thinly. Kaffir lime leaves can be sliced and used in salads or shredded and used in fish cakes. They are also widely used in soups such as tom yum and hot and sour shrimp, curries, fried rice, pastes, and stir-fries. Their herbal citrus flavor can be used to infuse desserts such as custard and ice cream. Kaffir lime leaves pair well with lemongrass, basil, cardamom, curry leaves, mint, tamarind, turmeric, cumin, galangal, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, jasmine rice, meats such as lamb, chicken and pork, mussels, and coconut milk. They will keep up to two weeks when stored fresh in the refrigerator and up to one year when stored in a sealed container in the freezer.
SEASON
Kaffir Lime Leaves is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO
Ear mushrooms are small to medium in size, averaging 3-8 centimeters in diameter, and are curved and wavy with an ear-like or cup-like shape. The fruiting bodies are brown to dark brown with a slippery or gelatinous texture and can be made up of smooth, wavy edges or many folds and wrinkles with some veining. With age, the gill-less and stemless fungus darkens, and the spores range in color from yellow, cream, to white. When cooked, Wood Ear mushrooms are firm, crunchy, and toothsome with a mild, musty flavor. Ear mushrooms contain iron, protein, fiber, and vitamins B1 and B2
USES
Ear mushrooms are best suited for cooked applications such as boiling, stir-frying, and sauteing. Before cooking, the fungus should be rinsed, and any tough patches should be removed. Used for their chewy and toothsome texture, they can be added to soups, salads, or stir-fries and readily absorb accompanying flavors. Ear mushrooms are commonly added to Chinese hot and sour soup and to Szechwan and Hunan cuisine to soak up the spicier flavors. Outside of China, ear mushrooms are most commonly found in dried form and can easily be reconstituted. To rehydrate, the fungus should be soaked in water for at least half an hour. Ear mushrooms pair well with potatoes, fermented black beans, green onions, onions, ginger, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, sesame oil, cilantro, parsley, bay leaves, allspice, snow thistle, cucumber, bamboo shoots, green peas, tofu, pork, ham, shrimp, and crab. They should be used immediately and will only keep for a couple of days when wrapped in paper towels and stored in the refrigerator.
Season
Ear mushrooms are available from early summer through early winter, while the cultivated versions are available year-round.
The kaffir lime tree is native to tropical Southeast Asia and was spread to neighboring regions via exporters and trade routes. Today Kaffir lime leaves are available in fresh markets and frozen in specialty grocers in Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, the United States.
PRODUCT INFO
Kaffir limes are widely used in Thailand as a household ingredient. Essential oils are extracted from the fruit's peel and are used for cleaning products, shampoos, and as a method to kill lice. The fruit's zest is used to flavor curries and soups, and the leaves are also crushed and used as potpourri or placed in a hot bath for a citrus aroma. Kaffir lime plants are so common and frequently used in Thailand that the majority of rural households have their own trees growing in their backyards.
Kaffir lime leaves are small to medium in size and oblong in shape, averaging 3-5 centimeters in diameter and 8-12 centimeters in length. The top of the thick leaves is glossy and deep green, while the underside of the leaves is porous and a pale, matte green. Kaffir lime leaves grow in pairs and grow in a double leaf formation, which means two leaves grow on either side of the stem and appear to mirror each other. There is a prominent central midrib or vein and the tips of the leaves can be slightly rounded or very pointed. Kaffir lime leaves have a strong citrus taste and aroma that is said to be a blend of mandarin orange, lemon, and lime.
